MURRAY FARM FIELD GUIDE
Mixed Personalities: A 1.5‑Hour Bushbaby, Porcupine & Capybara Encounter at Scatter Joy Acres
A private, keeper‑led encounter in Murray, Nebraska that pairs close observation of three distinct ambassadors with broader farm and exotic‑animal experiences—this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.
Mixed Personalities: A 1.5‑Hour Bushbaby, Porcupine & Capybara Encounter at Scatter Joy Acres.
At Scatter Joy Acres in Murray, Nebraska, the “Mixed Personalities” encounter offers a private, guided 1.5‑hour session that brings guests up close to a bushbaby, porcupine and capybara amid a calm, educational farm setting. The experience pairs hands‑on moments and keeper commentary with opportunities to explore additional farm and ambassador areas on your own, making it ideal for anyone who wants a personal, learning‑centered visit.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Private encounters with select animal ambassadors
Guests meet and observe a bushbaby, porcupine and capybara up close while a knowledgeable animal care team explains each species’ behaviors and biology, allowing for meaningful, personal moments with exotic and farm residents.
Keeper‑led context and safety
Each tour is led by a trained zookeeper who offers a brief orientation, guided walkthroughs, and supervised interactions designed to protect both guests and animals while maximizing educational value.
Barnyard time and broader farm access
Beyond the exotic ambassadors, the visit includes access to designated farm animal pens where guests can meet llamas, goats and other barnyard animals; feed buckets are available for purchase on site.
What the day feels like
What the encounter feels like
The experience unfolds as an intimate, guided session: arrive early to check in, receive an orientation from your keeper, then move through a narrated tour that culminates in scheduled, supervised interaction time with ambassador animals. The pace is calm and educational—keepers emphasize welfare, context and hands‑on learning—after which guests have time to roam other public areas of the Acres on their own.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this encounter suits—and who should rethink it.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The encounter lasts 1.5 hours; please arrive 10–15 minutes early to check in and be ready for the welcome briefing.
Dress for a farm setting and follow footwear rules—no open‑toe shoes or Crocs; bring any necessary personal items, and note that feed buckets for barnyard animals are available for purchase on site ($10 per bucket).
Meet at the Scatter Joy Acres location in Murray, NE; arrive at the address provided for check‑in before the program start.
Bookings may be rescheduled up to 24 hours before your scheduled tour; rescheduling after that incurs a $25 fee. The operator does not offer refunds for cancelled bookings, and encounters may be changed or cancelled due to weather.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What is the minimum age to participate?
Children must be at least 5 years old to participate. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult, and children ages 5–18 require their own paid admission.
How long is the encounter and when should I arrive?
The program is 1.5 hours long; guests should arrive 10–15 minutes early to check in and get settled.
Can I reschedule or get a refund if my plans change?
You can reschedule up to 24 hours before your scheduled tour. After that a $25 rescheduling fee applies. The operator does not offer refunds for cancelled bookings.
How many people can join an encounter?
Group size is limited to six people; everyone who enters the programs must be a paying participant.
Are there any clothing or footwear rules?
Yes—no open‑toe shoes or Crocs are permitted during the encounter.
What if the weather is bad?
Encounters are subject to change or cancellation based on weather conditions; staff may alter or cancel programs for animal welfare or safety.
Can I feed the farm animals?
Guests can meet and feed certain farm animals; feed buckets are available for purchase on site for $10 per bucket.
Where do I meet for the encounter?
Meet at Scatter Joy Acres at the address provided for check‑in prior to your program start time.